Politics & Society

A nation-wide event with London at its heart, the Festival aimed to boost Britain’s post-war blues

This famous votes-for-women campaigner set herself apart as an artist and social activist

We look through our collection for symbols of the long struggle by LGBTQ+ Londoners for equal rights

And showed the complexity of social class in the late 19th century

An inspiring leader whose radical tactics intensified women’s fight for the vote

Battling for the vote with fire and hunger strikes

Meet a leader of the law-abiding votes for women campaign

After running onto a racecourse, this votes for women campaigner lost her life for the cause

Ruling for 63 years, Victoria witnessed rapid changes in British society, culture and industry

Marking 25 years as monarch in 1977, the queen’s jubilee was met with celebration and discontent

Pankurst’s leadership of the militant votes-for-women campaign made her a feminist hero

The explosive plan that gave us Bonfire Night

The communities and industries that called the Olympic Park site their home

Capturing the Longbow House community in the midst of east London regeneration

The Iron Lady’s time as prime minister sparked resistance and protest that filled London’s streets

A handkerchief highlights both an interesting phase of British politics and a quirky fashion statement

How London shaped the thinking of Irish revolutionary Michael Collins

Gunpowder-tinged villain or freedom fighter?